Johnson City public meetings in 2024

Johnson City Development Authority Board

The Johnson City Development Authority Board will review a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) application for 101 E Watauga. The board will also receive operational reports for the John Sevier Center and the Downtown Centre parking garage.

• TIF Application TIF 2024-009 for 101 E Watauga (Hatchers)
• John Sevier Center Disposition Report
• Downtown Centre/Parking Garage Report
• John Sevier Operations Report
• Review of JCDA General Operating Fund and TIF Special Fund financial statements

TIF Advisory Board

The board will discuss financial statements and a briefing on Watauga Brewing. The primary action item is the approval of a TIF grant application for the renovation of a multi-family residential property.

• Action: TIF Grant Application approval for 101 E Watauga Avenue (total budget $1,269,000)
• Review of JCDA TIF Special Fund Financial Statement for November 2024
• Briefing on MMM TIF (Watauga Brewing) general information
• Review of TIF Estimations dated 12.14.2024

City Commission Work Session

The City Commission will hold a work session to interview candidates for volunteer board appointments. The meeting also includes a discussion of other administrative matters.

• Volunteer Board Appointment Interviews

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss the final reading of an ordinance to convey 10 parcels of the former Buffalo Valley Golf course. The body is also considering zoning changes at Watauga Road and Frank Jones Road and various utility easement abandonments.

• Third reading of Ordinance 4903-24 to convey approximately 124 acres of the former Buffalo Valley Golf course
• Second reading of Ordinance 4904-24 to change zoning to RP-3 (Planned Residential 3) at Watauga Road and Frank Jones Road
• Permissive Use Agreement with Local Motion Cyclery for restrooms at 100 Van Brocklin Way ($6,840 lump sum; $3,420 annual lease)
• Application for Assistance to Firefighters Grant for training props at 2830 W. Walnut Street ($9,328.84 local funding request)
• Bids for dressing room lockers at Freedom Hall Civic Center and tri-axle dump trucks for Water & Sewer Services

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will meet to discuss long-term planning, art infrastructure, and committee reports. The agenda consists of general standing items and new business.

• Long term planning
• Art infrastructure

Planning Commission

The Johnson City Regional Planning Commission will consider final plat approvals for developments on Steamplant Road and N. State of Franklin Road. The body will also review requests to reduce or release construction bonds for Archer's Pointe and Clearwater Phase 1.

• Reduction of Archer's Pointe Phase 1 bond from $226,000 to $62,500
• Full release of $185,000 sidewalk bond for Clearwater Phase 1
• Final plat approval for 3 new lots at Food City (N. State of Franklin Road)
• Final plat approval for 4-lot subdivision at 3343 Steamplant Road
• Archer's Pointe Phase 2 Final Plat Replat and Variance Request

Special Called Historic Zoning Commission

The Historic Zoning Commission will meet to consider a request to delist the Bashor Mill due to its dismantling. The body will also review a request for a new residential fence and receive updates on staff-approved certificates of appropriateness.

• Request to remove Bashor Mill (248 Denny Mill Road) from the National Register of Historic Places
• Certificate of Appropriateness for a 4-foot and 6-foot wood picket fence at 406 W Pine Street
• Staff updates for repairs at 244 E Main Street, 1101 Southwest Avenue, and 403 W Pine Street

Beer Board

The Beer Board will meet to review a Class 1 beer license application for Numan's Enterprises, L.L.C. The board will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from November 21, 2024.

• Class 1 Beer License Application from Herbert Numan for Numan's Enterprises, L.L.C. at 225 East Main Street

City Commission Work Session

The City Commission is holding a work session to discuss city business. The primary focus of the meeting is the review of applications for volunteer boards.

• Review of Volunteer Board Applications

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss the conveyance of approximately 124 acres of the former Buffalo Valley Golf course to several individuals. The body is also considering a zoning change for property at Watauga Road and Frank Jones Road and the appointment of a Municipal Court Judge.

• Second reading of Ordinance 4903-24 to convey 124 acres of the former Buffalo Valley Golf course
• First reading of Ordinance 4904-24 to rezone property at Watauga Road and Frank Jones Road to RP-3
• Proposed $359,700 contract with Barge Design Solutions for the Cherokee Stormwater Basin
• Materials agreement for Woodland Grove subdivision with estimated costs of $397,672.95
• Proposed donation of four surplus Police Department vehicles to the Erwin Police Department

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review a special exception request to allow mini warehouses and self-storage on a vacant B-4 zoned lot. The proposal includes four buildings with 210 units and one on-site office. City staff recommends approval of the request.

• Special Exception Request for self-storage and mini warehousing at 2575 Knob Creek Road

Johnson City Development Authority Board

The Johnson City Development Authority will review financial statements and consider refinancing the mortgage for the John Sevier Center. The board will also act on a TIF application for 101 E Watauga and a façade grant extension.

• Refinancing of John Sevier Center mortgage (141 E. Market Street) and JCDA Line of Credit
• TIF Application TIF 2024-009 for 101 E Watauga (Hatchers)
• Façade Grant Extension for 219 E Main St. and 114 E Market St. (Corbin/Zeta Partners)
• Review of October 2024 financial statements for General Operating Fund, John Sevier Center, and TIF Special Fund

City Commission Work Session

The City Commission will meet for a work session featuring a joint session with the Johnson City Board of Education. The primary purpose is to receive an update on the Towne Acres School Project.

• Joint session with Board of Education regarding Towne Acres School Project

Beer Board

The Beer Board will review applications for beer licenses and a certificate of compliance. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its November 7, 2024, meeting.

• Class 1 Beer License Application for The Feisty Pigeon at 109 Cherry Street, Suite 20
• Class One Beer License Application for Blackthorn Club at The Ridges at 1501 Ridges Club Drive
• Certificate of Compliance Application for Blackthorn Club at The Ridges at 1501 Ridges Club Drive

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss the conveyance of 10 parcels of real property totaling approximately 124 acres. The body is also deciding on zoning map amendments for properties on West Walnut Street and various equipment purchases for Public Works.

• First reading of Ordinance 4903-24 to convey 124 acres of the former Buffalo Valley Golf course
• Final reading of zoning changes to B-3 (Supporting Central Business) for properties on West Walnut Street
• Contract increase of $6,500 for LDA Engineering regarding H Sewer Lift Station Replacement
• Approval of arena lighting upgrades at Freedom Hall Civic Center via Energy Systems Group, LLC
• Bids for Public Works equipment including an asphalt patching truck and refuse collection vehicles

TIF Advisory Board

The TIF Advisory Board will review a grant application and development agreement for 101 E Watauga Avenue. The board is also scheduled to review and adopt meeting minutes and several monthly financial statements for the TIF Special Fund.

• TIF Grant Application and Development Agreement for 101 E Watauga Avenue
• Review of TIF Special Fund Financial Statements for June through October 2024
• Adoption of June 21, 2024, meeting minutes

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will meet to discuss long term planning, art infrastructure, and committee reports. The agenda consists of general discussion topics and procedural items.

• Long term planning
• Art infrastructure
• Committee reports

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several rezoning requests and the release of construction bonds. The body is also reviewing a preliminary plat for a new 12-lot subdivision on Moorland Drive.

• Rezoning of Watauga Road / Frank Jones Road from A-1 and R-4 to RP-3
• Preliminary plat for 12 new lots on Moorland Drive
• Acceptance of a $32,500 erosion control bond for Village at Beechwood Meadows
• Release of a $26,000 bond for Highland Parc Phase 4
• Release of a $36,850 bond for Villas at Knob Creek Phase 2

Beer Board

The Beer Board will review a Class 1 beer license application for a business located at 1320 Pactolas Road. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its October 3, 2024, meeting.

• Class 1 Beer License Application: Brandon Watts for Legacy Eats and Treats, L.L.C. at 1320 Pactolas Road

City Commission Work Session

The City Commission will hold a work session to discuss the delivery of the Water System Master Plan. The meeting includes a presentation on water and sewer services and a tour of the Unicoi Springs Water Treatment Plant.

• Water System Master Plan Delivery presentation
• Tour of improvements at Unicoi Springs Water Treatment Plant

City Commission

The City Commission will hold public hearings on two ordinances to change zoning to Supporting Central Business (B-3) for properties on West Walnut Street. The body is also reviewing several equipment bids and a water storage tank rehabilitation contract.

• Public hearings for Ordinance 4900-24 and 4901-24 regarding zoning changes on West Walnut Street
• Contract with Tank Industry Consultants for water storage tank rehabilitation in the amount of $242,055
• Bond Reimbursement Resolution for the Towne Acres Elementary School Project not to exceed $45,000,000
• Bids for a combination sewer truck, bleacher replacement, refuse collection vehicle, and police cargo van
• Proposals for a Downtown Parking & Circulation Study and a new Fire Training Tower Facility

Johnson City Development Authority Board

The Board will review and act upon September 2024 financial statements for the General Operating Fund, John Sevier Center, and the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Special Fund. The meeting includes reports on the John Sevier Center disposition and the Downtown Centre parking garage.

• Review of General Operating Fund Financial Statement (Sept 2024)
• Review of John Sevier Center Financial Statement (Sept 2024)
• Review of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Special Fund Financial Statement (Sept 2024)
• John Sevier Center Disposition Report
• Downtown Centre/Parking Garage Report

Board of Dwelling Standards and Review

The Board of Dwelling Standards and Review will conduct public hearings and show cause hearings for several properties. The board is reviewing structures to determine if they are unfit for human occupation and whether they must be vacated, closed, or demolished.

• Tenth public hearing for 1309 South Roan Street (Robins Roost)
• Fourth public hearing for 130 Knob Creek Dock Road
• First public hearing for 1306 East Myrtle Avenue
• Show cause hearings for 122 Legion Street and 129 West Main Street
• Show cause hearings for 707 East Maple Street, 922 Hopson Street, and 2103 East Myrtle Avenue

Housing and Community Development Advisory Board

The board will meet to elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman and approve the 2025 meeting schedule. The agenda includes presentations from the First Tennessee Development District and the Salvation Army.

• Officer elections for Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Approval of the 2025 HCDAB Meeting Schedule
• First Tennessee Development District presentation
• Salvation Army presentation
• CDBG and ESG reports from Wayne Lyons and sub-recipients

Historic Zoning Commission

The Historic Zoning Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a master sign plan at 109 Cherry St. Unit 20. Staff recommends approval of the proposed primary wall sign and secondary window sign.

• Master Sign Plan for The Feisty Pigeon at 109 Cherry St. Unit 20
• Proposed primary wall sign: 10ft W x 2.5ft H internally illuminated channel letters
• Proposed secondary window sign: 1ft W x 2ft H vinyl decals

City Commission Work Session

The City Commission is holding a work session to discuss several administrative and infrastructure matters. The meeting includes updates on specific local projects and the city's state legislative goals.

• Safe Baby Boxes
• Buffalo Mountain Update
• State Legislative Agenda
• Indian Ridge & Hopper Road Infrastructure Update

City Commission

The City Commission is reviewing two first-reading ordinances to change zoning to Supporting Central Business (B-3) for properties on West Walnut Street. The body is also considering several water and sewer service contracts and a food service license for Freedom Hall Civic Center.

• First reading of Ordinance 4900-24 and 4901-24 to rezone properties on West Walnut Street to B-3
• Proposed $189,000 agreement with Thompson & Litton for water line design at seven railroad crossings
• Payment of $204,853.00 to Arthur J. Gallagher & Co for Workers’ Compensation Excess Policy
• Proposed license agreement with Legacy Eats and Treats, LLC for food service at Freedom Hall Civic Center
• Consideration of a 1-year extension to the PILOT Guidelines MOU

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board will review financial reports and a debt obligation report. The board is scheduled to discuss PVS Plastics and the extension of a Capital Investment Program MOU between the IDB and the City of Johnson City.

• PVS Plastics
• Annual PILOT report
• Extension of Capital Investment Program MOU between the City of Johnson City and the IDB
• Debt obligation report
• September 2024 financial report

Animal Control Board of Washington County - Johnson City

The Animal Control Board of Washington County - Johnson City will meet to review operational reports and financial statements. The agenda includes updates on the spay and neuter clinic, staffing, and medical reports.

• Approval of September meeting minutes
• Spay & Neuter Clinic update
• Review and approval of Quickbooks Financial Report
• Staffing and animal control updates
• Reports from the Foundation and Humane Society

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will meet to discuss long-term planning and art infrastructure. The agenda consists of general committee reports and procedural items.

• Long term planning
• Art infrastructure

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests for properties on West Walnut Street. The body will also review final plats and bonds for three residential and commercial developments.

• Rezoning of 11.64 acres at West Walnut Street, McKinley Road, and North State of Franklin Road to B-3 (Supporting Central Business)
• Rezoning of 2424 West Walnut Street from R-6 to B-3 (Supporting Central Business)
• Clearwater Springs Phase 2 Final Plat for 36 single-family lots with a $332,600 bond
• Brook Hollow Final Plat for 4 new lots at the corner of Brook Hollow and Cherokee Road
• Clinchfield Street Final Plat for 1 lot and right-of-way dedication with a $45,500 bond

City Commission Work Session

The City Commission will hold a work session to review a presentation on Horizon 2045 growth management. The meeting also includes a financial update presentation and other administrative matters.

• Horizon 2045 Growth Management presentation
• Financial Update presentation

City Commission

The City Commission will vote on the final reading of several ordinances, including the annexation and zoning of 7.07 acres on Gray Station Road. The body will also consider various contracts, grant awards for the police department, and several board appointments.

• Final vote on voluntary annexation of 7.07 acres along Gray Station Road
• Zoning change for 0 Gray Station Road from B-5 to RP-2 (Planned Residential 2)
• Conveyance of city-owned real property in the Ninth Civil District to Yado Management, LLC
• Acceptance of FY2025 Grant Award from the Tennessee Highway Safety Office
• Appointment of Jeff Bedard to the Tri Cities Regional Airport Authority

Beer Board

The Beer Board will review a Class 1 beer license application for a Red Lobster restaurant and three temporary occasion license requests for events hosted by Connect Downtown Johnson City, Inc.

• Class 1 Beer License Application: Red Lobster #0312 at 1909 North Roan Street
• Temporary Occasion Beer License: Connect Downtown Johnson City, Inc. for Founders Park on October 17, 2024
• Temporary Occasion Beer License: Connect Downtown Johnson City, Inc. for Founders Park on October 24, 2024
• Temporary Occasion Beer License: Connect Downtown Johnson City, Inc. for downtown on October 19, 2024

Johnson City Development Authority

The Johnson City Development Authority will review financial statements for the General Operating Fund, John Sevier Center, and TIF Special Fund. The board will also consider a TIF application for 101 E Watauga and a request to rent the parking garage for a private event.

• Potential action on TIF Application: 101 E Watauga | Hatcher
• Tentative approval to rent parking garage for private wedding on November 1st
• Review of General Operating Fund Financial Statement (August 2024)
• Review of John Sevier Center Financials (June, July, and August 2024)
• Review of TIF Special Fund Financial Statements (July and August 2024)

Board of Dwelling Standards and Review

The Board of Dwelling Standards and Review will conduct public hearings to determine if specific structures are unfit for human occupation. The meeting includes several repeat hearings for existing cases and two new show cause hearings.

• Public hearings for 1309 South Roan Street, 2321 East Brook Lane, and 1400 Rockgarden Drive
• Public hearings for 0 Rockgarden Road, 1215 West Main Street, and 1008 Henry Street
• Public hearings for 309 Roosevelt Street, 130 Knob Creek Dock Road, 2812 McKinley Road, and 405 East Holston Avenue
• Show cause hearings for 1306 East Myrtle Avenue and 635 East Pine Street
• Rescinding of hearings for 421 Hamilton Street and 213 South Boone Street

Historic Zoning Commission

The Historic Zoning Commission will consider a master sign plan for a business at 109 Cherry St. The body will also receive staff updates and discuss displays for vacant storefronts.

• Master Sign Plan for The Feisty Pigeon at 109 Cherry St. Unit 20 (one primary wall sign and one secondary window sign)
• Staff approval update for 316 1/2 E Main St. (in-kind replacement)
• Discussion regarding displays on vacant storefronts

Special Called Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board is meeting to discuss new business regarding Project Read. The board will also consider approving minutes from the July 17, 2024, meeting.

• Resolution of project related documents regarding Project Read

City Commission

The City Commission is reviewing a supplemental budget ordinance and several zoning changes. The body is also considering contracts for police uniforms, vehicle purchases, and water line extensions in Washington County.

• Proposed $135,500 agreement with Thompson & Litton for Washington County Water Line Extensions
• Ordinance 4896-24: FY 2024 Supplemental Budget Ordinance (Third Reading)
• Ordinance 4898-24: Zoning change from B-5 to RP-2 at 0 Gray Station Road (Second Reading)
• Ordinance 4897-24: Assigning RP-2 zoning to 7.07 acres on Gray Station Road (Second Reading)
• Contracts for police uniforms and gear with Read's Uniforms, GT Distributors Inc, and CMS Uniforms

City Commission Work Session

The City Commission will hold a work session to discuss the best and highest use of the John Sevier Building. The body will also receive presentations on the Water & Sewer Services Technology Master Plan, including automated metering and SCADA systems.

• Hunden Group presentation on the John Sevier Building
• Water & Sewer Services Technology Plan Delivery presentation
• Automated Metering Infrastructure (AMI) master plan and projected costs
• SCADA systems asset management and implementation costs for water and wastewater plants

Beer Board

The Beer Board will review two applications for permanent Class 2 beer licenses and two applications for temporary occasion licenses. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the August 15, 2024, meeting.

• Class 2 Beer License Application: Dishaben Patel d/b/a Stateline Market #3 at 603 West Market Street
• Class 2 Beer License Application: Sunil Chhaganlal Patel for UMA Khodal, Inc., d/b/a Roadrunner Market at 408 North Broadway Suite 430
• Temporary Occasion Beer License: Connect Downtown Johnson City, Inc. for an event at Founders Park on October 3, 2024
• Temporary Occasion Beer License: Connect Downtown Johnson City, Inc. for an event at Founders Park on October 10, 2024

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will meet to discuss long term planning and art infrastructure. The agenda consists of general committee reports and standard procedural items.

• Long term planning
• Art infrastructure

Planning Commission

The commission will review a request to annex 13.68 acres for a multi-family development and proposed zoning amendments for venues in Washington County. The body will also consider a final plat for a 37-lot subdivision and a control strip access request.

• Annexation and RP-3 zoning for 105 multi-family units on Hopper Road / Indian Ridge Road
• Final Plat for Glaze Farm Phase 1 (37 single-family lots) with an $81,000 bond
• Proposed parking and landscaping standards for Venues in Washington County Zoning Resolution
• Request to cross a 5 ft. control strip on Becky Drive
• Public hearing for Washington County Zoning Resolution amendments

City Commission Work Session

The City Commission is holding a work session to discuss city business. The primary item is a presentation regarding a preliminary engineering report for the Knob Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant.

• Preliminary Engineering Report on the Knob Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss several zoning map amendments and the second reading of a supplemental budget ordinance. The body is also considering the conveyance of city-owned real property and various municipal contracts.

• Second reading of FY 2024 Supplemental Budget Ordinance
• Proposed zoning change to B-4 (Planned Arterial Business) at 0 Mockingbird Lane and 2721 E Oakland Ave
• Proposed annexation and zoning of 7.07 acres along Gray Station Road
• Conveyance of city property to Yado Management, LLC and Washington County-Johnson City Animal Control Center, Inc.
• Contracts for water distribution valves (Core and Main), iron pipe (Ferguson Enterprise), and fuel (Tri Star Energy LLC)

Historic Zoning Commission Workshop

The Historic Zoning Commission is holding a workshop to discuss the rewrite of the Downtown Historic Guidelines.

• Discussion of Downtown Historic Guidelines rewrite

Historic Zoning Commission

The Historic Zoning Commission will meet to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a residential property. The body will decide on the installation of an in-ground pool and a matching wood picket fence.

• Proposed 4-foot wood picket fence and in-ground pool at 1210 Southwest Avenue (PLCOA202400235)

Johnson City Development Authority

The Johnson City Development Authority will meet to take action on a mortgage refinance for John Sevier and a budget amendment for the General Operating Fund.

• Action on John Sevier mortgage refinance
• Budget amendment recommendation for the General Operating Fund

Board of Dwelling Standards and Review

The Board of Dwelling Standards and Review will conduct public hearings and show cause hearings for several properties. The body is evaluating whether specific structures are unfit for human occupation or use.

• First public hearings for 1105 Afton Street and 205 Big Valley Road
• Second public hearings for 605 Elm Street and 1405 East Unaka Avenue
• Fourth public hearing for 1601 East Watauga Avenue
• Sixth public hearing for 213 East Unaka Avenue
• Show cause hearings for 114 West Unaka Avenue, 1400 Rockgarden Drive, 0 Rockgarden Road, and 1215 West Main Street

City Commission Work Session

The City Commission will hold a work session to review updates on the Growth Management Plan and the Homelessness Strategic Plan. The meeting also includes a discussion of other administrative matters.

• Growth Management Plan Update
• Homelessness Strategic Plan Update

Beer Board

The Beer Board is meeting to review several new beer license applications for local businesses and a temporary license for a community event. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the August 1, 2024, meeting.

• Temporary Occasion Beer License for Visit Johnson City Foundation, Inc. for an event at King Commons on September 12, 2024
• Class 1 Beer License for Mellow Mushroom at 2929 North Roan Street
• Class 2 Beer License for Discount Grocery & Tobacco at 601 West Watauga Avenue
• Class 2 Beer License for Aldi #156 at 108 Whitewood Boulevard
• Certificate of Compliance Retail Food Store Wine for Aldi #156 at 108 Whitewood Boulevard

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss a supplemental budget ordinance and several zoning map amendments. The body is also reviewing updates to stormwater and erosion control codes.

• FY 2024 Supplemental Budget Ordinance (First Reading)
• Zoning change from R-5 to B-4 at 0 Mockingbird Lane (Second Reading)
• Zoning change from RO-1 to B-4 at 2721 E Oakland Ave (Second Reading)
• Liability Self-Insured Retention Program renewal for $299,765.00
• Proposed sale of 1,395 sq ft of surplus property at 111 Buffalo Street for $8,551.35

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will meet to discuss long term planning and art infrastructure. The agenda consists of general committee reports and procedural items.

• Long term planning
• Art infrastructure

Planning Commission Horizon 2045 Workshop

The Johnson City Regional Planning Commission is meeting to discuss updates to the Horizon 2045 plan.

• Discussion of Horizon 2045 Updates

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider the annexation of 7.07 acres on Gray Station Road for a 30-unit residential development. The body will also review final plats for projects on Emory Lane and Indian Ridge Road.

• Voluntary annexation and RP-2 zoning assignment for 7.07 acres on Gray Station Road
• Rezoning of Devault Property from B-5 to RP-2 on Gray Station Road
• Final plat and variance request for 2820 & 2826 Emory Lane
• Final plat and bond estimate for Archers Pointe Phase 2 (56 single-family lots)
• Election of Commission Secretary and Assistant Secretary

City Commission Work Session

The City Commission is holding a work session to discuss various administrative matters. The meeting includes updates on public safety and the JCDA.

• Commission Chambers Renovation
• JCDA Planning Update
• Public Safety Update

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss several Community Development Block Grant contracts for housing rehabilitation and construction. The body is also considering two zoning map amendments and updates to stormwater and erosion control ordinances.

• CDBG Housing Rehabilitation contract with First Tennessee Development District for $272,410
• CDBG contract with Eastern Eight CDC for one rental duplex for $100,000
• CDBG Housing Rehabilitation contracts with Appalachia Service Project and Holston Habitat for Humanity for $60,000 each
• Zoning changes for 0 Mockingbird Lane and 2721 E Oakland Ave to B-4 (Planned Arterial Business)
• Proposed annexation of 13.68 acres at Hopper Road and 15.29 acres along Boones Creek Road

Beer Board

The Beer Board will meet to discuss a beer license application for a local business. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its July 18, 2024, meeting.

• Class 1 Beer License Application for 7 Hermanos Mexican Cuisine, Inc. d/b/a Don Chuy's Mex & Cantina at 3101 W. Market Street, Suite 101-103

Special Called Historic Zoning Commission

The Historic Zoning Commission will consider Certificates of Appropriateness for residential modifications. The body will also receive an update on the Downtown Historic District Design Guidelines rewrite process.

• Proposed 3-foot wood picket fence at 1210 Southwest Ave.
• Proposed replacement windows and craftsman style doors at 425 W Maple St.
• Proposed 12x20x10 foot metal accessory building at 425 W Maple St.
• Update on the Downtown Historic District Design Guidelines rewrite process

Johnson City Development Authority

The Johnson City Development Authority will review financial statements for the General Operating Fund, TIF Special Fund, and John Sevier Center. The board is also considering the adoption of an amended FY25 budget for the Tax Increment Financing Special Fund.

• Approval of amended FY25 Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Special Fund Budget
• Financial statement approval for General Operating Fund and TIF Special Fund
• Financial statement review for John Sevier Center Fund
• John Sevier Center Disposition Report
• Downtown Centre/Parking Garage Report

Housing and Community Development Advisory Board

The board will conduct overviews of CDBG and ESG programs and hold a board orientation on parliamentary procedure. Members will also discuss bylaws and receive a staff report on property liens.

• CDBG Overview
• ESG Overview
• Discussion of bylaws
• Staff report on property liens by Wayne Lyons

Board of Dwelling Standards and Review

The Board of Dwelling Standards and Review will conduct public hearings and one show cause hearing regarding property code violations. The board is reviewing whether specific structures are unfit for human habitation.

• Eighth public hearing for 1309 South Roan Street (Robins Roost)
• First public hearings for 425 West Pine Street and 1608 Ferrell Road
• Second public hearing for 421 Hamilton Street
• Third public hearing for 600 Pardee Street
• Show cause hearing for 1105 Afton Street

Beer Board

The Beer Board is meeting to review a temporary occasion beer license application for an upcoming event. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from its June 20, 2024, meeting.

• Temporary Occasion Beer License application from Visit Johnson City Foundation, Inc. for the Meet the Mountains Festival at Winged Deer Park on August 9-10, 2024

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss updating stormwater and erosion control ordinances. The body is also deciding on several property conveyances and a zoning change for 0 Wayfield Drive.

• Zoning change from I-1 to B-4 for property at 0 Wayfield Drive
• First reading of ordinances updating stormwater and erosion and sediment control codes
• Conveyance of property at Parcel 112-053.20 to Bluff City Volunteer Fire Department
• Conveyance of property on Lakeview Drive to Roger and Sharon Gardner
• Annexation request for approximately 7.07 acres along Gray Station Road

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board will meet to approve previous minutes and review a financial statement from June 30, 2024. The board is also scheduled to receive an update on an economic development project.

• Financial Statement - June 30th, 2024
• Economic Development Project Update

Historic Zoning Commission Workshop

The commission is holding a workshop to review feedback from a meeting with downtown merchants regarding Downtown Historic Guidelines. The body will also discuss next steps for the process.

• Feedback from Downtown Merchants Meeting regarding Downtown Historic Guidelines

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will meet to discuss long term planning, art infrastructure, and committee reports. The agenda consists of general discussion categories without specific project details.

• Long term planning
• Art infrastructure
• Committee reports

Planning Commission Workshop

The Johnson City Regional Planning Commission is holding a workshop to discuss updates regarding Horizon 2045.

• Updates on Horizon 2045

Planning Commission

The commission is considering two rezoning requests to B-4 (Planned Arterial Business) and one final plat approval with a variance. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a property on Mockingbird Ln.

• Rezoning of 3.46 acres at 2721 E Oakland Ave from RO-1 to B-4 for a 10,000 sq. ft. commercial building
• Rezoning of 1.45 acres at 0 Mockingbird Ln. from R-5 to B-4
• Final plat approval and variance for lot width-to-depth ratio at 2826 Watauga Road
• Public hearing for the 0 Mockingbird Ln. rezoning request

Planning Commission New Commissioner Training

The Planning Commission is conducting a training session for new members. The meeting consists of discussions on legislative processes, subdivision regulations, and the commission's role in the Horizon 2045 Plan.

• Legislative process and procedures
• Subdivision regulations and plats
• Parliamentary procedure
• Horizon 2045 Plan role

Johnson City Development Authority

The Johnson City Development Authority will review and vote on FY25 budgets for the General Fund, TIF Special Fund, and John Sevier Center. The board is also considering several funding requests for capital repairs and a facade grant for a downtown building.

• Approval of FY25 budgets for General Fund, TIF Special Fund, and John Sevier Center
• Proposed $150,000 renewal of a line of credit
• Proposed $85,636 for John Sevier Center water cut-off repair
• Proposed $400,000 TIF Special Fund allocation to pay off John Sevier Center roofing loan
• Facade grant request for 114 E. Market (J.W. Hunter Building)

Board of Dwelling Standards and Review

The Board of Dwelling Standards and Review will conduct public hearings to determine if various structures are unfit for human occupation. The meeting includes first-time hearings for several properties and follow-up hearings for ongoing cases.

• First public hearings for 1913, 1919, 1923, and 1309 South Roan Street
• Seventh public hearing for 1309 South Roan Street (Robins Roost)
• Show cause hearings for 805 Hillmoor Drive and 1608 Ferrell Road
• Rescindment of fourth public hearing for 2735 West Walnut Street
• First public hearings for 605 Elm Street, 213 South Boone Street, 421 Hamilton Street, and 1405 East Unaka Avenue

Historic Zoning Commission

The Historic Zoning Commission is reviewing a Certificate of Appropriateness for a mural at 700 Buffalo St. The project is a relocation of a previously approved mural from 116 Buffalo St. Staff recommends approval of the proposal.

• Proposed mural at 700 Buffalo St. to cover approximately half of the southwest-facing masonry wall

TIF Advisory Board

The Johnson City Development Authority TIF Advisory Board will review a facade grant application for a mixed-use property. The board will also review the TIF Special Fund financial statement for May 2024.

• Action: Approval of facade grant application FAC 2024-008 for 114 E Market Street ($10,000)
• Review of TIF Special Fund Financial Statement for May 2024
• Review of TIF Estimate Report for May 2024
• Discussion on rescheduling future TIF Advisory Board meetings

Beer Board

The Beer Board will meet to review a temporary occasion beer license application for an event in King Commons. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its June 6, 2024, meeting.

• Temporary Occasion Beer License application from Girls Inc. of Johnson City & Washington County for 'Fridays After 5' at King Commons on July 12, 2024

City Commission Work Session

The City Commission will hold a work session to review information on Tennessee PACE financing. The body will also discuss applications for volunteer boards and other administrative matters.

• Presentation on Tennessee PACE Financing Information
• Discussion of Volunteer Board Applications

City Commission

The City Commission will vote on the budget and property tax rates for the upcoming fiscal year. The body is also considering several zoning changes and property conveyances.

• Ordinance 4888-24: Establish property tax rates and adopt budget for FY July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025
• Contract for FY 2024-25 Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) in the amount of $134,375
• Contract with A Morton Thomas for Knob Creek Road/CSX Railroad Overpass Project for $200,000
• Change Order to BrightRidge for West Walnut Corridor Redevelopment Streetlights for $45,075.28
• Zoning map amendments for 0 Wayfield Drive and 0 Princeton Rd

Special Called City Commission

The City Commission is considering the second reading of Ordinance 4888-24. This ordinance establishes property tax rates and adopts the budget for the fiscal year running from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025.

• Proposed property tax rate for Washington County: $1.3541 per $100 of assessed value
• Proposed property tax rate for Carter County: $1.8775 per $100 of assessed value
• Proposed property tax rate for Sullivan County: $2.0298 per $100 of assessed value
• Proposed General Fund total appropriation of $121,826,370
• Proposed Capital Projects (Facilities and Infrastructure) appropriation of $20,480,000

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will meet to discuss long term planning and art infrastructure. The agenda consists of general committee reports and procedural items.

• Long term planning
• Art infrastructure

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss new business regarding the Myers Brook Hollow Subdivision. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the May 14, 2024, session.

• Myers Brook Hollow Subdivision at the corner of Brook Hollow and Cherokee Road

Planning Commission Workshop

The Johnson City Regional Planning Commission is holding a workshop to discuss the Horizon 2045 Update.

• Discussion of Horizon 2045 Update

City Commission Work Session

The City Commission is holding a work session to discuss city business. The primary agenda item is an update regarding Washington County Hospital.

• Washington County Hospital update

Beer Board

The Beer Board is meeting to review applications for temporary occasion beer licenses for two upcoming events. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its May 16, 2024, meeting.

• Temporary Occasion Beer License application from Girls Inc. of Johnson City & Washington County for an event at King Commons on July 5, 2024
• Temporary Occasion Beer License application from Pride Community Center of the Tri-Cities, Inc. for the Rainbow Festival at the Pavilion at Founders Park on June 29, 2024

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss the proposed budget and property tax rates for the 2024-25 fiscal year. The body is also considering several zoning changes, property conveyances, and contract renewals for city insurance and software.

• Ordinance 4888-24: Establish property tax rates and adopt FY 2024-25 budget
• Ordinance 4881-24: Rezoning 0 Princeton Rd from I-1, R-2, and R-5 to R-4
• Ordinance 4882-24: Rezoning Browns Mill Road from R-2 to RP-2
• Proposed voluntary annexation of 15.29 acres along Boones Creek Road and Old Boones Creek Road
• Renewal of employee life insurance with The Hartford, amending maximum coverage to $300,000

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review a request to reduce the front yard setback at 617 Collins Drive from 25 feet to 15 feet. The variance is requested to allow for the construction of 18 storage units on a vacant lot. Staff recommends denying the request, stating the property can be developed within existing code by reducing the number of units.

• Variance request for 617 Collins Drive to reduce front yard setback by 10 feet

Johnson City Development Authority

The Johnson City Development Authority is meeting to discuss financial statements and reports for the John Sevier Center and Downtown Centre. The board will consider TIF Advisory Board recommendations for properties on E. Main Street and W. Walnut Street, and a request for a new checking account.

• TIF Advisory Board staff recommendations for 219 E. Main Street and 409 W Walnut Street
• Proposed 60-day trial of free weekend parking at the Downtown Centre garage starting May 31
• Cutoff valve replacement at John Sevier Center completed for $47,440
• Estimated $28,000-$38,000 for heat pump repair at Downtown Centre
• Estimated $8,000 for LED lighting upgrades at Downtown Centre parking garage

Board of Dwelling Standards and Review

The Board of Dwelling Standards and Review will conduct public hearings and show cause hearings for multiple properties. The board is reviewing structures to determine if they are unfit for human occupation or use.

• Public hearings for 1309 South Roan Street, 130 Knob Creek Dock Road, and 2321 East Brook Lane
• Public hearings for 1731 East Main Street, 2812 McKinley Road, 309 Roosevelt Street, 213 East Unaka Avenue, and 310 West 8th Avenue
• Show cause hearings for 1405 East Unaka Avenue, 425 West Pine Street, and 421 Hamilton Street
• Show cause hearings for 1913, 1919, and 1923 South Roan Street
• Rescinding the fifth public hearing for 2100 East Unaka Avenue

Special Called Housing and Community Development Advisory Board

The Housing and Community Development Advisory Board is meeting to discuss the allocation of additional funds. The primary item is a Community Development Block Grant totaling $28,410.

• Allocation of $28,410 in Community Development Block Grant funds

TIF Advisory Board

The Johnson City Development Authority TIF Advisory Board is meeting to consider facade grant approvals for properties on West Walnut Street and East Main Street. The board will also review the TIF Special Fund financial statement and the May 2024 estimate report.

• Facade grant application for 409 West Walnut Street: staff recommends $9,500
• Facade grant application for 219 East Main Street: staff recommends $10,000
• Review of TIF Special Fund Financial Statement through April 2024
• Review of TIF Estimate Report 05.2024

Beer Board

The Beer Board is meeting to review temporary occasion beer license applications for upcoming events. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from its May 2, 2024, meeting.

• Temporary Occasion Beer License application from Johnson City Rotary Club for June 21, 2024, at King Commons
• Temporary Occasion Beer License application from Johnson City Rotary Club for June 28, 2024, at King Commons
• Approval of May 2, 2024, meeting minutes

City Commission

The City Commission is deciding on changes to property tax due dates and delinquency dates. The body is also considering several zoning map amendments and a contract for a recreation facility.

• Ordinance 4880-24 to change property tax due and delinquency dates
• Contract with Eastern Eight CDC for $60,000 for a recreation area/facility at LXI
• Rezoning of 0 Princeton Rd. to R-4 (Medium-Density Residential)
• Rezoning of property on Browns Mill Road to RP-2 (Planned Residential District)
• Zoning of 15.29 acres along Boones Creek Road and Old Boones Creek Road to PB and RP-2

City Commission Work Session

The City Commission is meeting for a work session to discuss the city budget and other administrative matters.

• Budget discussion

Planning Commission Workshop

The Johnson City Regional Planning Commission is holding a workshop to discuss the Horizon 2045 Update.

• Discussion of Horizon 2045 Update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several preliminary plats and a public hearing for a rezoning request at Wayfield Campground. The body is also reviewing a concept plan for Star Fitness on Boones Creek Road.

• Public hearing: Rezoning Wayfield Campground from I-1 (Light Industrial) to B-4 (Planned Arterial Business)
• Concept Plan: Star Fitness, Boones Creek Road
• Preliminary Plat: Yorkshire Subdivision Phase I, Rockingham Road
• Preliminary Plat: Food City Subdivision and Site Plan
• Final Plat and R-O-W Dedication: Moss Point Holdings Plat & Chase Dr. Extension

Historic Zoning Commission Workshop

The commission is holding a workshop to establish clear guidelines for the Downtown Historic Overlay District. The session focuses on making these guidelines accessible to building and business owners and explaining the Certificate of Appropriateness (CoA) process.

• Creation of Downtown Historic Overlay District guidelines
• Education on the CoA process for business and building owners
• Discussion of the project timeline

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will meet to discuss long-term planning and art infrastructure. The agenda consists of general committee reports and procedural items.

• Long term planning
• Art infrastructure

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss updating property tax due and delinquency dates. The body is also considering several zoning map amendments and a voluntary annexation of 15.29 acres along Boones Creek Road.

• Ordinance 4880-24 to change property tax due dates and allow partial payments
• Rezoning of 0 Princeton Rd. to R-4 (Medium-Density Residential)
• Rezoning of property on Browns Mill Road to RP-2 (Planned Residential District)
• Proposed voluntary annexation of 15.29 acres along Boones Creek Road and Old Boones Creek Road
• Grant application for $535,446.25 in FTA Section 5339 funds for transit facility renovations

Beer Board

The Beer Board is reviewing several applications for temporary occasion beer licenses for events held in King Commons. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the April 4, 2024, meeting.

• Temporary license request from Blue Plum Organization for Blue Plum Festival (June 7-8, 2024)
• Temporary license requests from The Johnson City Morning Rotary Foundation for Fridays After 5 (July 19 and 26, 2024)
• Temporary license requests from Johnson City Jonesborough Washington County Chamber Foundation for Fridays After 5 (May 17, 24, 31, and June 14, 2024)

City Commission Work Session

The City Commission will hold a work session to discuss city business. The agenda includes discussions on the budget and a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Ashe Street.

• Budget discussion
• Ashe Street RFP

Johnson City Development Authority

The Johnson City Development Authority is discussing the redevelopment of the John Sevier Center and Downtown Centre, including a study by Hunden Partners. The board will also consider a lease recommendation for 300 E Main St. and review recent debt obligations for capital improvements.

• Lease recommendation for approval: 300 E Main St., Ste 102 & 103 (Ladd Holdings)
• Debt obligation report: $351,382.00 Taxable Tax Increment Revenue Note, Series 2024A
• Debt obligation report: $400,000.00 Taxable Tax Increment Revenue Note, Series 2024B
• Redevelopment study for John Sevier Center and Downtown Centre (funding not to exceed $175,000)
• Proposed heat pump replacement at Downtown Centre estimated between $28,000 and $38,000

Housing and Community Development Advisory Board

The regularly scheduled meeting for April 25, 2024, was canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 22, 2024.

Board of Dwelling Standards and Review

The Board of Dwelling Standards and Review will conduct public hearings and show cause hearings for various properties. The board is reviewing structures for code violations and determining if they are unfit for human occupation.

• Public hearings for 10 properties, including 1309 South Roan Street and 3096 North Roan Street
• Show cause hearings for 213 South Boone Street
• Show cause hearings for 130 Knob Creek Dock Road
• Show cause hearings for 205 Big Valley Road
• Show cause hearings for 2812 McKinley Road and 605 Elm Street

Historic Zoning Commission

The Historic Zoning Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a Master Sign Plan at 221 Cherry St. Unit 120. The body will also receive an update on the John Sevier Center.

• Master Sign Plan for Soluna Sage (221 Cherry St. Unit 120) consisting of 5 signs: 1 primary wall sign, 1 secondary under-awning sign, 2 secondary window signs, and 1 subordinate open sign
• Update on the John Sevier Center from Tish Oldham of the JCDA

City Commission Work Session

The City Commission will hold a work session to review budget updates for the Fire and Police Departments. The meeting also includes a discussion of other administrative matters.

• Fire Department budget update
• Police Department budget update

City Commission

The City Commission is reviewing several proposed amendments to the city charter, including moving municipal election dates to August. The body will also consider a zoning change for property at Tax Map 082135ID and various city contracts.

• Ordinance 4878-24: Proposal to move City Commissioner and Board of Education elections from November to August
• Ordinance 4876-24: Proposal to reduce required ordinance readings from three to two
• Ordinance 4879-24: Zoning change from Planned Business to Planned Residential for Tax Map 082135ID Parcel 002.00
• RFP #6726: Contract with Keller Williams Realty to sell part of the former Buffalo Valley Golf Course
• ITB #R6754: Security improvements at Liberty Bell and Science Hill Schools by Keller Glasco Inc

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board is meeting to review financial statements and address deferred business. The board will discuss a Capital Investment Program MOU extension and a bookkeeping contract renewal.

• Extension of Capital Investment Program MOU between City of Johnson City and IBD
• Bookkeeping Contract Renewal
• Public Comment Policy
• Corporate Transparency Act
• Conflict of Interest Statement

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will meet to discuss long term planning and art infrastructure. The agenda consists of general committee reports and standard procedural items.

• Long term planning
• Art infrastructure

Animal Control Board of Washington County - Johnson City

The Animal Control Board of Washington County - Johnson City will meet to approve February and March minutes and review financial reports. The board will receive updates on staffing, animal control operations, and the spay and neuter clinic.

• Approval of February and March meeting minutes
• Review and approval of Quickbooks Financial Report
• Staffing and animal control updates
• Spay & Neuter Clinic update
• Medical report and Humane Society update

Planning Commission

The Commission is considering several rezoning requests and a voluntary annexation of 15.29 acres. The body will also review preliminary plats for new subdivisions and a bond release for Cardinal Forest.

• Release of $58,000.00 bond for Cardinal Forest, Phase 3
• Proposed amendments to Washington County Zoning Resolution regarding event venues
• Rezoning of 785 Herb Hodge Rd. from A-1 to A-3
• Rezoning of 0 Princeton Rd. from I-1/R-2/R-5 to R-4
• Voluntary annexation of 15.29 acres along Boones Creek Road and Old Boones Creek Road

City Commission Work Session

The City Commission is holding a work session to discuss budgets for Water & Sewer, Public Works, and Parks & Recreation. The body will also review the Annual Audit Report and other administrative matters.

• Water & Sewer Budget discussion
• Public Works Budget discussion
• Parks & Recreation Budget discussion
• Annual Audit Report review

Beer Board

The Beer Board is meeting to review several beer license requests for local businesses. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the March 21, 2024, meeting.

• Class 1 Beer License Application: VooDoo Magic, L.L.C. at 121 North Commerce Street, Suite 104
• Class 2 Beer License Application: Piere's Marketplace at 205 East Main Street
• Class 2 Beer License Application: United Grocery Outlet #39 at 1103 North Roan Street
• Temporary Occasion Beer License Application: Atlantic Ale House, L.L.C. for May 11, 2024 event at King Commons

City Commission

The City Commission is discussing several amendments to the city charter, including changing the municipal election date to August. The body is also reviewing multiple zoning map changes and a property annexation request.

• Proposed change of City Commissioner and Board of Education election date to August
• Proposed reduction of required ordinance readings from three to two
• Rezoning of 1301 College Heights Road from R-2 to R-3
• Rezoning of 2203 McKinley Road from I-2 to B-3
• Annexation request for approximately 15.29 acres along Boones Creek Road and Old Boones Creek Road

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to elect its Chairman and Vice-Chairman. The board will also consider a special exception request to allow an apartment complex to use off-site parking spaces.

• Special exception request for 8 off-premise parking spaces at 1412 Knob Creek Road for an apartment complex at 1533 Pactolas Road
• Election of Board Chairman
• Election of Board Vice-Chairman

Housing and Community Development Advisory Board

The Housing and Community Development Advisory Board will review applications and decide on the allocation of 2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. The board will consider requests for home rehabilitation, new construction, and emergency repairs for low- and moderate-income residents.

• First Tennessee Development District request for $244,000 for residential rehabilitation and emergency repairs
• Appalachian Service Project request for $60,000 for one new home and one home repair
• Eastern Eight CDC request for $100,000
• Habitat for Humanity request for $60,000

Board of Dwelling Standards and Review

The Board of Dwelling Standards and Review will conduct public hearings and a show cause hearing regarding property code violations. The board will also consider rescinding previous actions for three specific properties.

• Public hearings for 9 properties, including 1309 South Roan Street and 1601 East Watauga Avenue
• Show cause hearing for 2602 Park Ave.
• Rescind hearings for 328 Highland Avenue, 304 West Main Street, and 1731 East Main Street

Historic Zoning Commission

The Historic Zoning Commission will discuss a resubmitted application for facade renovations at 219 East Main Street. The project involves updates to the storefront and exterior to meet facade grant requirements.

• Facade renovations at 219 East Main Street including new brick solder course headers and carriage lights
• Replacement of exterior doors with single-light doors at 219 East Main Street
• Repainting of brick at 219 East Main Street using Sherwin Williams historic pallet
• Staff-approved sign repaint for Reclaimed Home Goods at 414 S. Roan St.

Johnson City Development Authority

The Johnson City Development Authority is reviewing funding for capital expenses, roof replacement, and security systems. The board will also discuss a rent increase request for the John Sevier Center and the operational security of the Downtown Centre parking garage.

• TIF Resolution and Development Agreement for $751,382 for John Sevier Center and Downtown Centre
• Proposed 'Mark Up To Market' rent adjustment for John Sevier Center potentially increasing revenue by $129,240
• Facade grant revision request for 128/130 Spring Street
• Facade grant reimbursement request for 205 E. Main Street
• Discussion on Downtown Centre parking garage security and public access hours

Industrial Development Board - Special Called

The Industrial Development Board met to vote on the termination of two tax incentive agreements and the conveyance of property. All three resolutions passed with 8-0 votes.

• Resolution RES-1-2024: Termination of PILOT agreement with LPI Inc.
• Resolution RES-2-2024: Termination of PILOT agreement with Hatley Property
• Resolution RES-3-2024: Authorization of property conveyance to Project Read, pending Johnson City Commission approval

City Commission Work Session

The City Commission will hold a work session to receive updates on city operations and budgets. The meeting includes presentations on employee surveys and the Visit JC year-end report.

• Capital Budget Update
• Washington County Hospital Update
• Review of applications for Board of Equalization Appointment
• Presentation of Roan Scholar Recipients
• Visit JC Year-end Update

Beer Board

The Beer Board will meet to review a beer license application for a business on North Roan Street. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its March 7, 2024, meeting.

• Class 1 Beer License Application for Johnson City Blue Moose, L.L.C. d/b/a Blue Moose Burgers & Wings at 1808 North Roan Street

TIF Advisory Committee Meeting

The TIF Advisory Committee is reviewing a development agreement to use $751,382 for capital expenses, roof replacement, and security cameras. The body is also considering facade grant reimbursement extensions and revised applications.

• Review of $751,382 TIF Development Agreement for John Sevier Center and Downtown Centre
• Proposed 5-month reimbursement extension for $10,000 facade grant at 205-207 E Main Street
• Revised TIF facade grant application for 128 and 130 Spring Street
• Review of TIF Special Revenue Fund Financial Statement for February 2024

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will meet to discuss long term planning and art infrastructure. The agenda consists of general committee reports and procedural items.

• Long term planning
• Art infrastructure

Planning Commission

The commission will discuss rezoning for the Autumn Ridge Subdivision Phase 2 and proposed amendments to the Washington County Zoning Resolution. The body is also reviewing a final plat for Harmoney Hills Phase 1.

• Autumn Ridge Subdivision Phase 2 rezoning from PB to RP-3
• Proposed amendments to the Washington County Zoning Resolution
• Final Plat approval for Harmoney Hills Phase 1 at 154 Water Tank Hill Road
• Horizon 2045 Update discussion

Housing and Community Development Advisory Board

The Housing and Community Development Advisory Board will meet to determine how to distribute $125,000 in 2024 Emergency Solutions Grant funds. Four organizations presented applications for these funds during a previous meeting on February 22, 2024.

• Decision on $125,000 total Emergency Solutions Grant funds
• Fairview Housing Management Corporation request: $105,000
• Frontier Health SAFE House request: $72,000
• Good Samaritan Ministries request: $76,000
• The Salvation Army request: $125,000

City Commission Work Session

The City Commission will meet for a work session to discuss administrative matters. The agenda includes discussions regarding the Airport Board and an employee survey.

• Airport Board discussion
• Employee Survey discussion

Beer Board

The Beer Board is meeting to review a temporary beer license application for a specific event. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its February 15, 2024, meeting.

• Temporary Occasion Beer License application from Overmountain Chapter Trout Unlimited - 492 for the Thirsty Orange Brew Extravaganza on April 27, 2024, at the Founders Park Pavilion

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss several road closures for special events and a budget amendment. The body is deciding on two rezoning requests and a contract for the rehabilitation of a water storage tank.

• Contract with Tank Industry Consultants for Gray Water Storage Tank rehabilitation not to exceed $136,915
• First reading of rezoning 1301 College Heights Road from R-2 to R-3
• First reading of rezoning 2203 McKinley Road from I-2 to B-3
• Third reading of Ordinance 4869-24 to amend the Fiscal Year 2024 budget
• Approval to declare six transit buses as surplus property

Historic Zoning Commission

The commission will consider a master sign plan for The Manhattan Bride and facade renovations at 219 East Main Street. The body will also elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman and receive information on a downtown parking study.

• Master Sign Plan for The Manhattan Bride at 316 E Main St. (PLCOA202400006)
• Facade renovations at 219 East Main Street (PLCOA202300445)
• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Information on the Downtown Johnson City Parking Study

Johnson City Development Authority

The Johnson City Development Authority is reviewing financial statements and operational reports for the Downtown Centre and John Sevier Center. The board is discussing TIF funding requests and the redevelopment of the John Sevier Center.

• Proposed $82,000 expenditure from reserve accounts for John Sevier Center water cutoff valve replacement
• TIF funding request for John Sevier Center roofing and Downtown Centre to be presented to Washington County Commission on February 26
• Report on the February 8 groundbreaking of Tapestry at Roan Hill, a 145-unit affordable housing development at 2162 S. Roan Street
• Review of JCDA General Operating Fund, Special TIF Fund, and John Sevier Center financial statements
• Update on the RFP process for a consultant to conduct a market study for the redevelopment of the John Sevier Center

Housing and Community Development Advisory Board

The Housing and Community Development Advisory Board is meeting to discuss sub-grantee applications for the 2024 Emergency Solutions Grant. The board will also review minutes from the January 25, 2024, meeting.

• 2024 Emergency Solutions Grant application from Fairview Housing Management Corporation
• 2024 Emergency Solutions Grant application from Frontier Health SAFE House
• 2024 Emergency Solutions Grant application from Good Samaritan Ministries
• 2024 Emergency Solutions Grant application from The Salvation Army

Board of Dwelling Standards and Review

The Board of Dwelling Standards and Review will conduct public hearings for 10 properties and show cause hearings for three others. The board is also considering rescinding hearings for four properties on West Main Street and East Maple Street.

• Public hearings for 10 properties, including 3096 North Roan Street and 1309 South Roan Street
• Show cause hearings for 1205 East Lakeview Drive, 1601 East Watauga Avenue, and 1900 Preston Road
• Proposed rescission of hearings for 229, 231, and 233 West Main Street
• Proposed rescission of hearing for 510 East Maple Street

TIF Advisory Committee Meeting, JCDA

The TIF Advisory Committee is meeting to review financial statements and a revised facade grant request. The body will consider a funding request for property improvements at 117 W. Fairview Ave.

• Facade grant request for 117 W. Fairview Ave. for a deck and stairs project in the amount of $8,250.00
• Review of TIF Special Fund Financial Statement for the seven months ended January 31, 2024
• Adoption of January 22, 2024, meeting minutes

City Commission Work Session

The City Commission is holding a work session to review city business. This includes a joint session with the Board of Education regarding the design process for Towne Acres School.

• Design process update for Towne Acres School
• Charter update

Beer Board

The Beer Board will meet to review a beer license application for a restaurant on North Roan Street. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its January 18, 2024, meeting.

• Class 1 Beer License Application from Barbeque Integrated, Inc. for Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill at 1905 North Roan Street

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss a second reading of an ordinance to amend the Fiscal Year 2024 budget and a third reading for the conveyance of city-owned real property to B & B Williams Family L.P.

• Ordinance 4869-24: Amendment to the Fiscal Year 2024 budget
• Ordinance 4870-24: Conveyance of real property to B & B Williams Family L.P.
• Lease renewal with Bristol Broadcasting Company, Inc. for Buffalo Mountain land at $10,900 annually
• Contract for legal services with The Seeley Law Firm
• Engineering agreement with LDA Engineering for H Sewer Lift Station Replacement & Gravity Sewer Extension Project

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee is meeting to discuss long-term planning and art infrastructure. The agenda consists of general committee reports and procedural items.

• Long term planning
• Art infrastructure

Planning Commission Workshop

The Johnson City Regional Planning Commission is holding a workshop to discuss the Horizon 2045 Growth Management Plan. The session focuses on defining roles, guiding statements, and the project timeline.

• Description of roles for the Growth Plan
• Discussion of guiding statement and planning themes
• Review of the plan timeline

Planning Commission

The Johnson City Regional Planning Commission will elect its officers and consider several land-use requests. The body will review rezoning applications for residential and industrial properties and evaluate plat and variance requests for new lots.

• Rezoning request for 519 Bugaboo Springs Road from R-1 to A-1 to allow a garage before a primary residence
• Preliminary plat and variance request for 3 new lots at 2826 Watauga Road
• Final plat and variance request for 3 new lots at 2857 / 2829 Carrol Creek Rd
• Rezoning request for 1301 College Heights Drive from R-2 to R-3 to allow repair of an existing duplex
• Rezoning request for 2203 McKinley Rd from I-2 (Heavy Industrial) to B-3 (Supporting Central Business District)

City Commission

The City Commission is discussing a resolution to join the State of Tennessee and other agencies in lawsuits against social media companies. The body is also considering a budget amendment and the conveyance of city-owned real property.

• Resolution to join social media litigation against Meta, TikTok, Snapchat, and YouTube
• Ordinance 4869-24 to amend the Fiscal Year 2024 budget
• Ordinance 4870-24 for the conveyance of city real property to B & B Williams Family L.P.
• Change Order #1 from Cain, Rash & West Architects for Brush Creek Pump, Blower, and Equipment Building Renovations
• Bids for HPE Servers (Comp Solutions) and Police Interceptor SUVs (Carville Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram)

Johnson City Development Authority

The Johnson City Development Authority will review financial statements and committee reports regarding downtown properties. The board is discussing tax increment financing (TIF) requests for the John Sevier Center and the Downtown Centre.

• TIF Project Application for 141 E Main Street (John Sevier Center)
• Facade Grant staff report for 117 W Fairview
• Review of General Operating Fund, TIF Special Fund, and John Sevier Center financial statements
• John Sevier Center operations report including roofing evaluations and water cutoff valve replacement
• Human Resources Committee recommendation

Housing and Community Development Advisory Board

The Housing and Community Development Advisory Board will discuss the CDBG Policies and Procedures Manual and hear from guest speaker Anne Cooper of ARCH. The board will also receive reports from CDBG, ESG, and city staff.

• CDBG Policies & Procedures Manual
• Guest speaker Anne Cooper - ARCH
• CDBG report
• ESG report
• City Staff report

Board of Dwelling Standards and Review

The Board of Dwelling Standards and Review will conduct public hearings regarding code violations at various properties. The board will also elect its Chairman and Vice-Chairman and consider rescinding hearings for seven properties.

• First public hearings for 2415 Watauga Road and 408 Hamilton Street
• Seventh public hearing for 400 E. Holston
• Show cause hearing for 1008 Henry Street
• Rescission of hearings for 1924 Wheeler Street, 1709 East Oakland Avenue, and 212 West Fairview Avenue
• Rescission of hearings for 3 Perry Circle, 702 Lamont Street, 311 West Fairview Avenue, and 307 West Watauga Avenue

Historic Zoning Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss and potentially approve master sign plans for businesses at 121 N. Commerce St. and 316 E. Main St. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the August 22, 2023, meeting.

• Master Sign Plan for Prime MD at 121 N. Commerce St.
• Master Sign Plan for The Manhattan Bride at 316 E. Main St.

Board of Dwelling Standards and Review -Member Training Jan 22 2024

The Board of Dwelling Standards and Review is meeting for member training. The session includes introductions and presentations on board purview, parliamentary procedure, and legal aspects.

• Introduction of staff
• Overview of BDSR purview by Chief Building Official Jeff Canon
• Parliamentary procedure training by Recording Secretary Nicole Lawrence
• Legal aspects of the BDSR presentation by City Attorney Sunny Sandos

JCDA, TIF Advisory Committee Meeting

The committee is discussing a revised TIF funding request for capital improvements and roofing at the John Sevier Center. Members will also consider a facade grant for 117 W. Fairview and discuss a $300,000 state grant for downtown improvements.

• Proposed $715,383 TIF funding for 141 E. Main Street (John Sevier Center) for capital improvements ($315,383) and roofing ($400,000)
• Facade grant request for 117 W. Fairview Ave
• Discussion of $300,000 Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development Downtown Improvement Grant
• Review of TIF Special Fund financial statements and project timeline

Beer Board

The Beer Board will review applications for two Class 1 beer licenses and one Class 5 manufacturer license. The board is also considering the approval of meeting minutes from December 7, 2023.

• Class 1 Beer License Application: Betty Lou Goodroe for Nappy's at 132 South Broadway Street
• Class 1 Beer License Application: Yee-Haw Brewing, L.L.C. at 126 Buffalo Street
• Class 5 Manufacturer Beer License Application: Yee-Haw Brewing, L.L.C. at 71 Wilson Avenue Unit 2 and Unit 3

City Commission Work Session

The City Commission will meet for a work session to discuss city business. This includes a joint session with the Planning Commission regarding the Growth Management Plan.

• Growth Management Plan joint session with Planning Commission
• American Legion: Tannery Knob Flag Project

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss a zoning change for property at 541 Sid Martin Road and a real property conveyance to B & B Williams Family L.P. The body is also considering a TDOT grant application for a corridor study on Suncrest Drive.

• Third reading of Ordinance 4868-23 to change 541 Sid Martin Road from I-1 (Light Industrial) to B-5 (Planned Community Business)
• First reading of Ordinance 4870-24 for the conveyance of city-owned real property to B & B Williams Family L.P.
• TDOT Grant Application for Suncrest Drive (SR 75) Corridor Study with a potential $20,000 local match
• Amendment #5 to the Sanitary Landfill Operating and Maintenance Agreement with Waste Management, Inc.
• Interlocal Agreement between Washington County and the City of Johnson City regarding Inmate Workforce

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will meet to discuss long-term planning and art infrastructure. The agenda consists of general committee reports and procedural items.

• Long term planning
• Art infrastructure

Planning Commission

The Johnson City Regional Planning Commission will meet to discuss a request to dedicate a new right-of-way for the Landy Midway Subdivision. This road would connect a proposed multifamily development to West Walnut.

• Preliminary plat for a 1.15-acre right-of-way dedication near 3621 and 3539 W. Walnut

City Commission Work Session

The City Commission will hold a work session to discuss several administrative matters. The agenda includes discussions on trail extensions, safety initiatives, and waste management.

• Tweetsie Trail Extension: Story Book Trail
• I-26 Safety Initiative
• Iris Glen / Waste Management Contract

City Commission

The City Commission is reviewing a second reading of an ordinance to rezone property at 541 Sid Martin Road from Light Industrial to Planned Community Business. The body is also considering the adoption of a 10-year Parks and Recreation Master Plan and the Keefauver Farm Park concept.

• Second reading of rezoning for 541 Sid Martin Road (RZ #1115)
• Adoption of the Parks and Recreation 10-Year Comprehensive Master Plan
• Approval of the Keefauver Farm Park concept
• Bids for dump trucks from Velocity Truck Center and a compact track loader from Bobcat of the Mountain Empire
• Purchase of a license plate reader system from Motorola Solutions DBA Vigilant Solutions, LLC